Alaska LNG Stalled: Gov. Mike Dunleavy says lawmakers’ failure to reconvene and vote on critical tax legislation is sending a “negative signal” to investors for the proposed $50B Alaska Gasline project, which would move North Slope gas to a Southcentral export terminal. Local Economy: Fairbanks is feeling federal cuts, with 2025 job losses tied to Army, Air Force and Army Corps of Engineers positions—an impact state economists say hit harder in late 2025. Energy & Industry: Santos reports its North Slope oil development has reached continuous production and is ramping toward design rates, shifting its revenue mix as other growth projects also come online. Transportation & Construction: DOT’s Sterling Highway work includes the Juneau Creek Bridge launch—Alaska’s highest highway crossing—built to solve steep-site constraints and safety/congestion issues. Fishing & Seafood: Coastal Villages Region Fund brings back seafood veteran Patrick Weber to lead crab operations and longline cod sales, including Bering Sea quota matching and logistics. Public Safety: A bear attack near Anchorage’s Prospect Heights trailhead ended after the runner used bear spray; officials posted warnings and urged hikers to avoid closed trails. Aviation/Travel: Expedia says fall deals are harder to find as summer demand spills over, but it flags Anchorage as one of the places where travelers can still save.